Swing, jazz, classic rock, Motown and country rock coming to Leisure World in September

WEEKEND NIGHT DANCES

Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra

The Velvetones Ballroom Dance Orchestra is Leisure World’s own professional big band, playing big band swing and jazz standards—music for dreaming and dancing.

They will be back in action on Sunday, Sept. 4 from 6-9 p.m. in Clubhouse 4, and again on Sept. 18.

The Velvetones play regularly at Clubhouse 4 on the first and third Sunday evenings. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Vinyl Rock

Vinyl Rock will be back in Clubhouse 4 on Saturday, Sept.

10, at 7 p.m. They are an Orange County based band consisting of nine members who passionately perform classic rock, Motown, and pop tunes primarily from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. The band keeps the audience engaged: members participate in sing-alongs and mingling with them on the dance floor. They'll have everyone smiling, singing, swinging and swaying to the songs they grew up listening to and easily recognize. Vinyl Rock is sponsored by Cabaret Entertainers. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Abilene

Abilene is Seal Beach Leisure World’s No. 1 country rock band going strong for nearly 20 years. Last year, they opened the Amphitheater season with a rockabilly show that drew nearly 2,000 fans and will play again this year by popular demand. Terry Otte leads Abilene and shares singing duties with Tina Schaffer. Rounding out the group are guitarist Rod Anderson, guitar synthesizer and pianist Jim Long, bassist Doug Decker and drummer Jim Greer. They will be rocking Clubhouse 2 at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Health Guidelines and

Rules

• Masks are no longer required regardless of vaccination status but are strongly recommended.

• No table saving. Residents may bring their own snacks.

• Attendees must be out of the clubhouse no later than 10 p.m. to permit adequate time for the custodian to tear down the setup and arrange the setup for the following day (except New Year’s Eve).

• No announcements are permitted from the stage, except by the bands.

• Clubhouse lighting and audio- visual equipment can only be adjusted by the custodian according to the instructions they have been given.

• Be sure to sign in, either as a resident or guest, in the proper spot. This is the only way GRF can judge the popularity of your favorite bands.

—Kathy Thayer

The Orange County based Vinyl Rock band (pictured) will perform in Clubhouse 4 on Saturday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m.